Ford Mustang (1999-2004) Service Manual: Transmission Description (Description and Operation)
The 4R70W has the following features:
- Wide ratio gears
- Four speeds
- Rear wheel drive
- Automatic
- Electronic shift
- Torque converter clutch control
- Line pressure controls
The transmission uses Ravigneaux-style double-pinion gearset with two bands, one one-way roller clutch, one mechanical diode and four friction clutches to produce four forward gears and Reverse.
4R70W Automatic Transmission

Automatic Transaxle/Transmission
General Specifications
a - MERCON V is not interchangeable at this time with the current MERCON
fluids. Check the
transmission fluid level indicator to determine the correct fluid and refer to
the ...
Identification Tags
All vehicles are equipped with a Vehicle Certification Label, located
on the driver side door lock post.
For correct transmission identification, refer to the code in the space
marked TR.
...
Other materials:
Child Safety Seat Belt - Tether Anchor
Removal and Installation
Hard top only
1. Remove the package tray. For additional information, refer to Section.
2. Remove the bolts and the tether anchor bracket.
Convertible only
3. NOTE: Rework the sheet metal to its original condition and structural
in ...
Degas Bottle - 4.6L(2V) and 4.6L(4V)
Removal and Installation
1. Drain the engine coolant from the degas bottle only. For additional
information, refer to Cooling
System Draining, Filling and Bleeding in this section.
2. Disconnect the radiator vent hose.
3. Remove the degas bottle return hos ...
Floor mats
WARNING: Always use floor mats that are designed to fit the
footwell of your vehicle. Only use floor mats that leave the pedal
area unobstructed. Only use floor mats that are firmly secured to
retention posts so that they cannot slip out of position and inter ...
